Psychosomatic Terms

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noun a noticeably rapid, strong, or irregular heartbeat due to agitation, exertion, or illness

  • The patient complained of experiencing palpitations after climbing the stairs.
  • I get palpitations whenever I have to speak in public.
  • I had such bad palpitations during the horror movie.
  • The palpitations of excitement were almost overwhelming as she waited for the results.